Ala Moana Beach, Public beach park between Waikiki and downtown Honolulu, US.
The half-mile stretch of golden sand features calm waters protected by an offshore coral reef, making it suitable for swimming and water activities.
During the 1920s, the area began as a wetland garbage dump before transformation into a beach park through dredging operations by the Hawaiian Dredging Company.
The name Ala Moana, given to the park in 1947, translates from Hawaiian to 'path to the sea', reflecting the traditional connection to ocean navigation.
The beach park provides extensive facilities including restrooms, showers, tennis courts, picnic areas, and daily lifeguard services from 4:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
The eastern section contains Magic Island, a man-made peninsula offering views of Diamond Head and downtown Honolulu across the turquoise waters.
Location: Honolulu County
Website: http://www1.honolulu.gov/parks/programs/beach/alamoana.htm
Operator: City and County of Honolulu
Address: Ala Moana Beach, Honolulu, HI, USA Honolulu
Website: http://www1.honolulu.gov/parks/programs/beach/alamoana.htm
GPS coordinates: 21.28879,-157.85079
Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:16
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